Behold, The Scramble Dog

So, I went to Columbus, GA, last weekend for my soon-to-be-brother-in-law's bachelor party. I was excited to get the invite, and not just for the prospect of a two day hangover. Here's why.

Aside from being the ancestral home of Shore Fire's own Mark Satlof, Columbus' other claim to fame is the scramble dog (or, alternately, the scrambled dog). This is one of the most storied hot dogs in America. Though the recipe dates back nearly a century, the scramble dog was perfected by one Lieutenant Stevens (his real name), who's been serving them up at Dinglewood Pharmacy in Columbus for over 60 years!

So what's in a scramble dog? Well, you start with a tandoori-red hot dog of questionable origin. Then pile on a generous portion of chili, cubed velveeta cheese, pickles, onions, and - the piece de resistance - oyster crackers.

It may look and sound like a gutbuster, but I downed mine in a matter of minutes and was in good enough shape to pile on two plates of barbecue at a cookout for my brother-in-law a mere two hours later.

Next time I'll order two.